Panasonic
Lumix S1 II
24MP partially stacked full-frame hybrid with high frame rate video, fast burst shooting, and 15-stop V-Log.
$3,199
Released May 2025
Panasonic
Lumix S1 IIE
Creative full-frame S-series body with 24.2MP BSI sensor, open-gate video, and S1 II ergonomics.
$2,499
Released May 2025
Released within a month of each other.
Wins
Lumix S1 II
Wins
Lumix S1 IIE
14 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- ALumix S1 II has higher Max video bit rate (1900 Mbps vs 800 Mbps)
- ALumix S1 II has higher Burst (electronic) (70 fps vs 30 fps)
- ALumix S1 II has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
- BLumix S1 IIE has higher Resolution (24.2 MP vs 24.1 MP)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
Lumix S1 II
134 × 102 × 92 mm
800 g (1.76 lb / 28.22 oz)
Lumix S1 IIE
134 × 102 × 92 mm
800 g (1.76 lb / 28.22 oz)
Lumix S1 II and Lumix S1 IIE share virtually identical body dimensions.
Lumix S1 II and Lumix S1 IIE weigh the same.
Depth (front-to-back): 92mm Lumix S1 II · 92mm Lumix S1 IIE
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix S1 II
35.6 × 23.8 mm · Full Frame
847 mm² area
Lumix S1 IIE
35.6 × 23.8 mm · Full Frame
847 mm² area
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
Lumix S1 II
Max video bit rate
1900 Mbps vs 800 Mbps — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
70 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds Apple ProRes RAW
Reasons to choose
Lumix S1 IIE
Resolution
24.2 MP vs 24.1 MP — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 51,200
- ✓AF points / zones — Both 779
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Lumix S1 II
Pros
- ✓Partially stacked full-frame sensor
- ✓6K open-gate video
- ✓4K 120p
- ✓Fast Phase Hybrid AF
Cons
- –Premium hybrid body
- –24MP stills resolution
- –Large L-mount lenses
Lumix S1 IIE
Pros
- ✓24.2MP full-frame BSI sensor
- ✓6K open gate
- ✓Phase Hybrid AF
- ✓Tilt/free-angle monitor
Cons
- –Less speed than S1 II
- –Premium over S5 II
- –L-mount lens size
Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for video, Lumix S1 II or Lumix S1 IIE?
Lumix S1 II scores 9.0/10 versus 8.5/10 for Lumix S1 IIE — 6K video for oversampled 4K.
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix S1 II and Lumix S1 IIE?
Lumix S1 II is 24.1 MP and Lumix S1 IIE is 24.2 MP, so the Lumix S1 IIE captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Lumix S1 II and Lumix S1 IIE have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix S1 II has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while lumix S1 IIE has 8-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix S1 II or the Lumix S1 IIE?
Lumix S1 II reaches 70 fps electronic. Lumix S1 IIE reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix S1 II and Lumix S1 IIE?
Both bodies weigh roughly 800 g.
Do the Lumix S1 II and Lumix S1 IIE record 4K video?
Lumix S1 II: 6K Open Gate (max), 4K up to 120p. Lumix S1 IIE: 6K Open Gate (max), 4K up to 60p.
Are the Lumix S1 II and Lumix S1 IIE weather sealed?
Lumix S1 II: Yes. Lumix S1 IIE: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 350 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix S1 II and 350 shots for the Lumix S1 IIE, giving the Lumix S1 IIE the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix S1 II launched at $3,199 and Lumix S1 IIE at $2,499. The Lumix S1 IIE is $700 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.